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Peltz scholars tell how extra support has been “a lifesaver” during Birkbeck studies

We speak with three current Peltz scholars who explain how receiving a postgraduate scholarship has helped them access new opportunities as they look ahead to the next steps in their career.
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Fourth round of IFRC grants strengthens research culture across Birkbeck

The latest round of funding supports inclusive leadership training, innovative health research, and new collaborations across disciplines and communities.
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Birkbeck showcases groundbreaking research during Science Week 2025

The week brought together researchers, students and the public for a series of engaging talks exploring the latest scientific discoveries.
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Birkbeck film brings hidden history of Victorian art-workman to light

Thanks to funding from Birkbeck’s Research Innovation Fund, supported by alumni donations, the legacy of Victorian art-workman David Parr has been brought to life in The Man Who Painted His House, a short film by Dr Vicky Mills and Lily Ford.
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Balancing a PhD and a publishing deal - the Birkbeck way

PhD student, historian and author, Erin Fetterly, explores the process of writing an award-winning true crime book while doing a PhD in women’s history at Birkbeck.
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Clearing now open: apply to study at Birkbeck

Birkbeck offers a unique opportunity for students to gain a prestigious University of London degree while balancing work, volunteering or other commitments.
Our Mentoring Pathways 24-25 award winners: Liubov Zozulia, Zhuoxin Han, Phill Collins and Paul Raffield.

Mentors and students celebrate Mentoring Pathways 2024-25

Birkbeck celebrated the success of its flagship mentoring programme with a vibrant event that brought together alumni and corporate mentors, final-year students, as well as staff.
Birkbeck alumna Tricia Tuttle at the BFI London Film Festival. (Picture by Shutterstock)

Birkbeck alumni recognised in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours

Ten Birkbeck alumni have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to social care, the arts, equality, public service and beyond in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2025.

Birkbeck festival explores global challenges through social sciences

Talks, workshops and film screenings brought critical social issues into the spotlight.
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Birkbeck collaborates with the Chinese Students and Scholars Association UK to host entrepreneurship competition launch

The ceremony included keynote addresses from Ms Zhou Wei, Minister Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in the UK, and Professor Sally Wheeler, Vice-Chancellor of Birkbeck.